The BBZ Group of Vici Boguess, Clay Burke and Sissy Zimmerman has more than 70 combined years of real estate experience. Our time in the business has given us a thorough understanding of every piece of the home buying and selling process. We are seasoned agents with experiential knowledge of working with lenders, inspectors, appraisers and title companies. We make sure to carefully explain each step to our clients, and keep them informed throughout the process.

BBZ Group transacts in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. We assist buyers and sellers of condos, townhouses, and single family homes within all price ranges. We are specialists in the City of Alexandria, including Old Town and Rosemont; South Alexandria, including Belle Haven; McLean and Great Falls and the DC neighborhoods of Logan, Shaw, Dupont, U Street, Columbia Heights, Kalorama, and Georgetown.

Whether you are buying, selling or renting in DC or Northern Virginia, BBZ Group is here to help you every step of the way.

A little about us...

Clay Burke is a 6th generation Alexandria native with strong ties to the community. He is an alumnus of Saint Stephen's and Saint Agnes School in Alexandria, VA and Boston University where he received his Bachelor's in Sociology. Some of Clay's interests include travel, interior design, and his French Bulldog, Tagg. Clay currently resides in the U Street neighborhood of Washington, DC.

Vici Boguess was born in San Antonio, Texas and was raised in Oklahoma. Vici has lived in Alexandria for more than 30 years, first in Old Town and now in the Fort Hunt area. Vici is a graduate of the University of Virginia. She is an active member and past president of the Garden Club of Alexandria. Vici enjoys gardening and walking her dog, Casey.

A graduate of the University of Texas in Austin, Sissy Zimmerman is a native of Houston, where she practiced real estate for five years before moving to Old Town in 1988. Sissy is an active board member of the Washington DC chapter of St. John's Community Services-- a non-profit organization founded in 1868 that supports those with disabilities. Sissy also enjoys spending time during the summer in Watch Hill, Rhode Island.

" The entire team was very professional and responsive. Great to work with."

– Seller - Alexandria

" Your professionalism combined with kind and patient support meant a lot to us in what was a somewhat trying period."

– Jan K

" Exceeded expectations. …our house sold the first day on the market. We think that is a clear response to how well Vici and Clay prepared us for what needed to be done to prepare the house before it was put on the market."

– Seller - Alexandria

" Every piece of advice translated to a good contract that exceeded expectations…We were kept informed every step of the way. I would recommend Clay and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell…"

– Seller - DC

" We very much enjoyed working with Vici and the team….thank you for a pleasant experience purchasing our first home!"

– Purchaser - Alexandria

" Vici and her team were the Best Brokers anyone would want. We can't thank her enough for her effort and desire to sell our house."

– Seller - Mt Vernon

" Above and beyond!. Sissy and her team of Vici Boguess and Clay Burke are the epitome of professional and knowledgeable agents. They compliment each other skills and make the entire sales process run smoothly and efficiently. The team is a delight! We have bought and sold many homes/properties over the years and have never had any experience come close…"

– Seller - Alexandria

" Exceeded expectations! They gave great advice on the offer process and were with us every step of the way. They even gave us suggestions and advice on some repairs and local service providers. They were always accessible, attentive, professional and friendly."

– Purchaser - Old Town Alexandria

" Very high marks for Vici - she was extremely professional/responsive/attentive and did the job! Easy to work with - we felt she was an extension of ourselves and was dedicated to selling our house in a difficult market - could not have asked for more. Thanks!"

– Seller - Old Town Alexandria

" Clay, Thank you so much for your time in helping us find a place to live in Alexandria. We appreciate the time put in to help us in our search. We were both so impressed by your knowledge and experience and expertise. Thanks again!"

– Buyer - Alexandria

" ...In short, she (Vici) made what could have been a difficult, tense time for me into an easy situation as I knew I could depend and rely on her to lead me through it."

– Seller - Old Town Alexandria

" Clay was great…I'll definitely recommend Clay to friends"

– Puchaser - DC

" Very high marks for Vici….extremely Professional / Responsive / Attentive….Easy to work with. We felt she was an extension of ourselves and was dedicated to selling our house in a difficult market."

– Seller - Alexandria

" Clay was great to work with. He gave excellent advice and was very responsive at all times"

– Puchaser - DC

" My boyfriend and I had an excellent experience working with Clay Burke to find our new condo. As first-time homebuyers, we didn’t know what to expect from this process. His easygoing and friendly demeanor meant a no-pressure search. Clay offered excellent guidance to help make our offer stand out, without paying more than market conditions justified."

– Purchaser - DC

" Our expectations were exceeded in any/all aspects by Ms. Vici Boguess. Ms. Boguess worked with family members and friends to make the house sale easy for us."

– Sellers - Virginia

" “Sissy and her team by far exceeded our expectations. She
was always very responsive, knowledgeable
and a joy to work with. She continued to aggressively market
our townhouse to the end, and really put
a lot of work into the sale. We were very happy and it was nice
to have Clay and Vici’s input also.”"